2022 Lexus RX 350 Vs 2022 Audi Q5.. Decisions

Here’s a detailed look at the pros & cons of the 2022 Lexus RX & 2022 Audi Q5. The RX 350 featured in this video stickers for $55k and the Q5 is fully loaded at $58k, let me know which SUV you would choose. See the pros & cons of the Audi Q5 here: • Pros & Cons of the 202...
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[@MeynMotorGroup]

See my Pros & Cons Video for the Audi Q5: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ep6bm4qblLd4l6s

[@yuzuki7531]

LEXUS ❤

[@m.b8257]

Lexus all day long ! Also I think the Lexus looks nicer .

[@Kmasse8]

Interesting comparison. Size wise, the RX is closer to Q7 than Q5. In where I live, a used RX (2016-2018) would cost you 50-80% more than a Q5. They cost even a lot more than the Q7 here. Q5 (and Audis in general) is a great car but if I could find a RX roughly in the same price range, I would opt for the Lexus. And this coming from someone who had Audis for almost 30 years in the family :)

[@MrAsadani]

It is such kind of reviews that sways some people into getting an Audi. I own an Audi Q5 and that has see the repair garadge to the tune of 20k usd out of warranty. And to put it in perspective, it has about 85k miles on it. I also have a toyota camary and its over 15 years old. The car is still flawless. I have yet to take it for one signigicant repair. The only flaw in the camary was the battery went out after 4 years sadly and it has taken the cheapest oil change money can buy. Audi's are great if you plan to lease them and get rid of them. All handling goes out of the window, once your audi starts to break down post warranty. I still own the Q5 and will probably keep it, but if it keeps going back to the garadge, then its going to be out

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Lease and dump for sure that’s the best policy

[@kinyu1208]

I bought my Q5 in 2015 new and have similar experience in reapir cost. It was serviced at Audi dealer all along. After 85000 easy freeway miles, it broke down on my way back to LA from Vegas without any warning required engine work (valve stuck, carbon buildup, this is a consequence of the direct fuel injection design ). The pistons could have been damaged but did not. My independent German car mechanic told me also that the timing chain did not have the Audi marking, in other words not OEM? The engine was manufactured in Hungary (the six cylinder on the Q7 also made in Hungary). The engine had to be removed for the repair. Afterwards it was drive shafts, suspension link replacement. I still have the Audi at 125000 miles. It so far perform perfectly. I don’t expect it would last another 15000 miles without major repairs. This is going to be my last Audi. Or last German car. I owned an BMW before and was not impressed with its quality either. I have a 2021 RX350 F with 20-in wheels. It is a wider, longer and taller car than the 2015 Q5. It uses regular 87 gas. The lexus‘s character is different.

[@yuzuki7531]

audi is gypsys crap car 😂

[@japnikki]

I stay with my vehicles for 7 to 10 years.....Lexus quality and reliability blows the Audi away!

[@tesma-m7]

great comparison , but i need my cars to last more , so would prefer the lexus .

[@David-bi6lt]

🤔I've had 2 Audis 1 Lexus...drove the Lexus from 102k miles to 178k miles...drove my A8 from 98k miles to 129k miles ..drove my q5 from 80k- 140k miles...they all were pretty easy on maintenance especially when doing on time regular maintenance...the Lexus did feel more sporty but Audi feels relaxing, regardless both feel comfortable and fast 😶‍🌫️

[@tesma-m7]

@@David-bi6lt hi did u get extended warranty for audi s just incase if anything happens , and how’s the maintenance expensive for audi ? or manageable

[@seikocitizenwatches]

Easy pick for me without hesitation: LEXUS 👍

[@paulbugoni2846]

Lease European, buy Japanese. I’m undecided between the GX460 and the RX350. Had an RX and it was excellent; both the RX and GX are going away and I prefer naturally aspirated engines. Head says RX, heart says GX. Keep up the excellent work!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea my friend both great vehicles RX is going to be much better for fuel economy

[@palpatov]

Get the gx, it will last you a quater century

[@paulbugoni2846]

@@MeynMotorGroup agree and then when you look at the response below he’s right too lol.

[@paulbugoni2846]

@@palpatov yep. A tank.

[@palpatov]

Also, gx is port injected, much lower complexity. The assembly factory is in Japan, which may also count for something… Tranny is old but dead reliable 6sp Asin unit…You do have to grease the zerks on the ujoints but its not that much extra effort every other oil change…

[@alengreen589]

If i want a car for 5 or much more years, i get the Lexus, but if not, maybe only for 2 - 4 years, i get the Audi, thank you Kevin.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

For sure my friend 👍

[@Tsond123]

Even for the first year's I'd take the Lexus RX. RX is the benchmark for small-medium SUVs.

[@alengreen589]

@@Tsond123 😂😂😂

[@praveemk]

Great Video and comparison, we went through this decision making process before we decided to go with Audi Q5 last year. The feeling in the Q5 is simply great when compared to the RX. RX is a great car, reliable but we felt it's very dull and lacks that punch. Agree with the reliability with Japanese cars, my previous MDX had all kinds of issues with transmission, suspension replaced. With that bad experience we decided to go with Audii Q5. From price point of view Q5 was cheaper vs RX and had lot of more better tech and better interior compared to RX, RX interior felt outdated. Few of our friends have owned Q5 since 2016 and they have enjoyed and it's been reliable since 6+ years of ownership.I just hope our Audi lasts 8-10 years without any major repairs. RX will outlast Q5 only for its history in reliability. The engine and Transmission in the recent Audi's have been out there for sometime and reported to be reliable. Again it's personal choice when comparing these 2 cars.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Congratulations my friend you made a great choice Q5 is genuinely a great SUV very solid and nice tech. Cheers

[@JoJoHartt]

For sure the rx350 is th one to get! 💯 I have plenty of Audi SUV in my Mechanic shop for repairs. I rarely have a Lexus SUV come in.

[@royjones8294]

Great video. I bought the Lexus because I think the v6 is more likely to last at least 250k miles.

[@Matt-rk3de]

Shutting the doors on the Q5 are very solid feeling.

[@waheedali2429]

0 to 60 seriously i don't know why people interested about 0 to 60 crab doesn't really important I really wish to know the importance of 0 to 60 for the average person not for racers

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Because it’s easy to comprehend for the average pedestrian which is why a drag race between these 2 SUVs would get 100k views but my detailed 30 min comparison will be lucky to get 1k views since it just goes over most people’s head. I do this for actually buyers

[@jeffbaker9847]

BRAGGIN' RIGHTS BRO. Red light drag races. Numbers numbers numbers

[@joejesus9902]

@@MeynMotorGroup I appreciate you do that. Your reviews actually cover things the average buyer such as me care about. 👍

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Facts Jeff all about the numbers and thank you Joe I’m glad you appreciate the real world approach

[@bedbath9056]

Agree, for you made ita family car dont need 0 to 60mph comparaison.

[@didixtar2863]

Please do this comparison again with the new 2023 RX, it should be very interesting

[@Glad2BGolden]

No V6 engine for the 2023 engine. 😢 I’m very curious if the RX is still smooth to drive.

[@LatinRoses]

This might seem silly. But, I love how the Audi steering wheels feel when gripping them. They aren’t super fat.

[@md8744]

There are just less mpg and acceleration , well handling on each turn , quite carbin, smooth on pump that made me go for Audi Q5

[@paulstewart3010]

🗣Lexus"Lexus"Lexus!! The Rx Is Just "PURE CLASS" On Wheels, + It's Far Nicer L👀king Than The Audi Q5!!! I'm a 2023 Lexus 450h Premium Sport Owner Here!! love"Love"LOVE IT!!! 😍😘💕💖💓🚘

[@jeffbaker9847]

The cost of the "lease and dump" plan of car -ownership- usage is exorbitant. The example you're giving at 30:20 shows a Total Cost = $22,668 over 36 months, which is $7,556 per year, or $630 per month. It's easy to look at a cost/month and say "I makes the good money, I can afford this luxury," but good lord, $7500 a year is a lot of money out the old window. And 7% interest. Yuck. Something must be wrong with me, as I am aiming to spend $2000 a year. Even in the crazy used car market recently, you can get a decent car for $15k, even a good used Lexus (does a good used Audi exist?). Hang onto that cream puff (if you bought it smartly) for 5 years and sell it for $10k, Spend the remaining $1k per year on keeping a used car running, which may or may not be generous depending on how hard you treat a car, random chance, etc. Also, with the way the used market has been, your cream puff might still be worth $14k. Cash up front is what's required, which can be tough. Anyway, between the 2 examples above, I prefer the Lexus for various reasons, probably mostly because in this segment, you're not setting fast lap times, so prioritize comfort for you and your passengers above all else. If you don't have passengers very often, buy a Miata. Good presentation as always, and a fair comparison. Keep up the great work!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

For sure it is an expensive hobby but unfortunately I can’t recommend anyone owning a European car outside of warranty plus depreciation. But for the people with high incomes, dual incomes, businesses, or retired I guess it’s just a drop in the bucket for them

[@jeffbaker9847]

@@MeynMotorGroup Nah, European is out of the question. Unless maybe some sweet old E36 BMW came along and looked right, coming from a time when they built em right, as old farts would say. Generally, for a solid used car, I'm talking 2005+ Hondas and Toyotas. Certainly, anything over 10-15 years old, regardless of make, is a gamble. But I might rather gamble $7k on a used car once, rather than definitely lose $7k every year on a new car (leased or bought) that isn't all that great anyway. Really, all a person needs is one reliable, decent car. Then a guy can goof around with '80s or '90s cars all they want, after all depreciation is long past, and they might've started going back up. Truly, few people want to be out in the garage goofing around with cars. With your new car reviews, you are addressing the 95% of people who want reliability, certainty, style and can't risk the car failing on their dime. But I think that's an expensive place to be -- more expensive than a decent used car. But they might worry less. Might.

[@theodoreyoung8777]

The Lexus interior looks lovely bro happy Friday and have a happy weekend 🙏🏽🙏🏽🤝🏽👍🏾👍🏾😎

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Hey bro, I’m still up too 😅 happy weekend to you as well

[@theodoreyoung8777]

@@MeynMotorGroup Lol rise and shine bro and thanx bro I wakeup 2:30am every except the weekends first it's workouts then it's work paychecks 😂🤣🙏🏽🙏🏽🤝🏽😎

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Man that’s so brutal, I’ve been trying to break the habit of staying up til 3 or 4 but here we are at 5 and I have to wake up at 8 😅

[@theodoreyoung8777]

@@MeynMotorGroup Had to fix that last comment bro the spell check can be brutal my words were all over the place lol

[@theodoreyoung8777]

@@MeynMotorGroup Better get that early morning power nap in bro lol 🤝🏽

[@PedroTovar-dg9tm]

Excellent observations

[@E.Z.Walker3693]

Thank you for this one

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Glad you enjoyed my friend

[@yzhan225]

One fact you missed was that the RX actually runs on regular vs premium on the audi not that its the biggest deal but just a interesting note. Good video still of course though 👍

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Actually Lexus always recommends premium fuel but nobody puts premium fuel in their Lexus. Which I find surprising because everyone wants a reliable car but won’t follow manufacturer instructions

[@yzhan225]

Well it depends on the model. RX450H is premium only while the RX350 states 87 octane is fine In the user manual. Same with my ES300h, no issues with unleaded so far 50k miles in. Premium is always going to be a better grade fuel overall but its not necessary is all engines types, some of these lexus engines are really just toyota engine retuned.

[@jeffamburgey7485]

Excellent review Kevin, if it's all the same to you, I'm going to go with the RX, check engine lights and the like are not as enjoyable as you age a little. I love Audi lines.......but I'm staying over here. I'll spare you my Audi experience, but I will say at night the check engine/brakeABS/ all coming on at once......kinda throws a man into some trauma.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I think the RX felt more special to me Audi is cool and solid but there’s just something about that RX and really every Lexus

[@jeffamburgey7485]

"Will sweet talk to you the whole time" this the best review yet, and my exact impression of Lexus, very well said.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Best way I can describe it 😅 it’s my favorite thing about a Lexus and the interior/drive it has real character

[@theodoreyoung8777]

@@MeynMotorGroup 😎🤝

[@powersdmc]

I rarely saw my new Audi S3 I had a few years ago. It was constantly in the garage with warranty work.. NEVER EVER AGAIN.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

What kind of work did it need?

[@bedbath9056]

For me it was hard decison, Rx vs X3 vs Q5. RX steering wheel is very stiff., very difficult to drive for my sisters. X3 was the best overall, spacious and love handking but it was just to ugly. Q5 was the easiest drive but rear seat was not for adult so tiny compare to RX or X3. In the end i picked Q5 because it was easy to drive.

[@LilMistyDiaz]

Hi Kevin, thank you for this. I need help. I’m torn between these two 2023. But I also have two dogs that I want to keep occasionally for a very short time in the car with the AC on, do any of these cars have this option? Thank u

[@MeynMotorGroup]

So the 2023 RX I tested has rear controllable climate but that was a pretty high spec so not sure about other trim levels, also 2023 losses the V6 engine if that’s important. Almost every 3 row SUV comes with rear climate like the new Pathfinder, Pilot, CX-9, & Highlander along with vehicles like the Tahoe/Suburban. Regarding luxury vehicles 2023 RX, and perhaps some of the Volvo products will be worth looking into and Audi Q7. Would also suggest leasing these vehicles you can contact AutoCompanion to see what deals he is running for each vehicle

[@LilMistyDiaz]

@@MeynMotorGroup thank you so much for responding. I’m completely clueless. I’m actually not looking into leasing. I’m looking into buying possibly certified used. I’m leaning more towards the Audi. I am 37. I have two dogs and a fiancé so we don’t have a big family and our dogs are tiny. I do have a disability and I say that because leasing cars are a little bit more difficult because of hand control insulation. But I would love to be able to run into the store occasionally quickly and be able to leave the AC on. My budget is around 50-60 max. Any suggestions ? I appreciate you very much. Thank you for helping.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Oh I see totally understand and taking another look this Q5 did have rear controllable climate which is great. Saw some super clean CPO Q5s on Cargurus for under $35k less than 20k miles no accidents, no weird title issues so that can def fit in your budget and Q5s get great gas mileage albeit you will need to use premium fuel. CPO cars will come with some warranty coverage and lower interest rate financing so I'm glad you're looking into those, you're already much farther ahead of the average buyer. If you can pay cash even better since the only thing I don't like about financing and what nobody talks about is the front loaded nature of the interest on a financed car. Banks set up car loans, mortgages, and most other loans where they collect majority interest up front and very little of your payments go toward the equity of the car in the first 3 years or so of the finance causing many to be under water on their cars. But if you can get a clean CPO Q5 for like 30k out the door including taxes and fees that would be a great price to negotiate and pay off as quickly as possible.

[@LilMistyDiaz]

@@MeynMotorGroup Kevin, thank you again you’re extremely helpful. I have no idea what I’m doing. I don’t have anyone I can really talk to you that knows about cars so thank you. I am going to be paying cash, I was going to see if I can negotiate not tell them until the last minute. Lol I’m actually here in Los Angeles California I was possibly thinking about buying a car in Texas because I do have an address in Texas and I do have someone who can ship the car for actually really inexpensive but I don’t quite now. I don’t know if I’d be saving a lot if I decided to buy and Texas rather than Los Angeles

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@LilMistyDiaz no worries I’m just glad I can be of help. Trust me you’re way ahead of the average consumers. Most people don’t even know what CPO is and you’re paying cash which is awesome. Yes you should def wait until the last moment to say you’re paying for cash as well. I think it would be best for you to buy a car locally to save headaches and shipping costs because you and your fiancé can personally test drive the car you are purchasing. It is used with some miles after all, just check for any vibrations at speed or under braking. Most things can be fixed an alignment or replacing warped brake rotors. But a good Audi dealership will typically take care of these things for you so it should be clean without issue. Best of luck to you and your fiancé on your car buying journey. I’m more than happy to answer any questions to the best of my ability. Please take care and God Bless.

[@mrsj1417]

My next question would be, take the 22 RX or wait until the 23 comes out? Thanks.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

So we bought the RX from LeaseCompanion because it’s being sold at 8.5% under MSRP when the new 2023 RX comes out I know for a fact it will be sold at MSRP or slightly more. Just depends if the fuel economy of the 2023 and new features will be worth paying at least MSRP for

[@mrsj1417]

@@MeynMotorGroup I have a deposit on the new one because my ESh lease expires next month. But the new one won't be available until next year I bet, and like you say, more $$$. But the 22, while great, is an older platform than even my '19 ESh.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea I think it’s worth getting the new RX as long as it’s the hybrid

[@d.n.8578]

Get the 22 RX350 V6 NA, better than the 4 cylinder turbo 23 model - NA more reliable than turbo period. I just purchased my new 2022 RX350 and it is awesome, the build quality is top notch, with very high quality finishes throughout, power delivery is excellent and very smooth, can't fault the car.

[@naveenthemachine]

Nah. Keep your 22 RX. The 2023 is just dead on arrival.

[@lane5686]

Tip for having an Audi or any German cars: Drive them in an area with nearby repair shops by year 3/4 Tip for owning Japanese cars except for Nissan/Infiniti: Drive them anywhere, anytime.

[@m.b8257]

I feel the same way about the Lexus touch screen, I use mine all the time, even though I have a touch screen.

[@yzhan225]

Audi Q5 requires you you to go to the prestige trim in order to get ventilated seats where as the lexus its just a warm weather pkg or option I believe

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yes good point Lexus does make Heated & Ventilated front seats pretty affordable

[@gasmirayan1916]

Not true, I have Q5 premium plus with heated and ventilated seat

[@markentress1286]

Great video...BUT fundamentally flawed. Your "well the cost is the same" argument wouldn't work for most buyers. The real comparison would be the NX. Size, cost, aand engines. The RX is significantly larger and has 3rd row option. It is meant for a totally different market niche. You could match the cost, size, weight, agility, turbo engine and performance that would resonate with you with the NX. The NX And RX F-Sport would also give you suspension, wheel and tire options to be the comparison point for people cross shopping the brands.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I’m impressed

[@speedmaster001]

I would gladly go with the Lexus for its bullet proof reliability, but dear Lord, why oh why it is so FUGLY! That grill is horrendous.

[@theodoreyoung8777]

Great review bro the Lexus as a first choice for me can see it being and feeling special as u said in one of your replies 😎🤝👍🏾👍🏾

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Appreciate you brother yea Lex is certainly slept on nice little SUV for most families

[@theodoreyoung8777]

@@MeynMotorGroup Yup bro 😎🤝🏽

[@Excalabur50]

Great comparison Kevin, but for me I'd take the Lexus as they don't shaft you on warranty here in Aus, but I'd love to have it as the Lexus interior inside the Q5's exterior and yeah I'd probably leave the drive train too of the Q5 and then I think you'd have the right combo, I'm just not a huge fan of all the Lexus exterior design elements, some of their cars look great just not all.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea I hear ya my friend the Lex looks.. strange to put it nicely 😅😂 really wish Luxury car makes would get their act together in Australia. Currently testing the 2023 Genesis G90, dude that thing is world class really epic machine will take time to put these vids together

[@Excalabur50]

@@MeynMotorGroup Oh YES looking forward to that vid when it releases for sure!

[@TrippingSavage]

Going to the game tomorrow in Greenville?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Sorry i don’t follow sports didn’t even know there was a game

[@theodoreyoung8777]

Yo bro have a great day and weekend 🤝😎

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thanks bro you as well

[@theodoreyoung8777]

@@MeynMotorGroup Thanx bro 🤝😎

[@islandbuoy4]

gotta love the German engineering ... but they also have the science called functional obsolescence figured out ...

[@jimmydoan007]

Audi Q5 interior is much nicer! Owned Lexus and Toyota all my life, never getting them again.

[@md8744]

You're smarter when you brought 4cyl audi vs Lexus rx350 just because even 4cyl audi q5 always let Lexus behind for smelling smog all time

[@Omair_Murshed]

All hail algorhythm 🙌🏻 😂

[@theodoreyoung8777]

👊🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@jefff6884]

Lease and dump any and all German made vehicles with VW being the somewhat exception.. Even then.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Ehh I would dump the VW too 😅

[@naveenthemachine]

Q5 any day. The Lexus RX is the worst option in the class. In the midsize segment heck even the Infiniti QX60 beats this by a mile.

[@yuzuki7531]

LEXUS ❤